Motorcyclist Killed in Toowoomba Crash, Speed a Possible Factor – January 22, 2025

What happened

Incident Overview

On Wednesday, January 22, 2025, a 44-year-old motorcyclist from Newtown died following a collision with a car on Long Street in Rangeville, Toowoomba, Queensland. The incident occurred around midday in a residential area with mixed housing and local businesses.

Queensland Police attended the scene and, despite the efforts of paramedics, the motorcyclist was pronounced dead at the scene. Police are investigating whether speed was a contributing factor in the crash.

Location and Time

The collision occurred on Long Street in Rangeville, Toowoomba, at approximately 12:00 pm on Wednesday, January 22, 2025. The area is a residential zone with moderate daytime traffic and pedestrian activity.

Vehicles Involved

Vehicle 1

• Make/Model: Yellow Suzuki motorcycle
• Driver: 44-year-old male from Newtown (deceased at scene)

Vehicle 2

• Make/Model: Car (make and model not specified)
• Driver: 64-year-old female (uninjured)

Injuries / Fatalities

Fatalities

• 44-year-old male motorcyclist (deceased at scene)

Injuries

• None reported.

Emergency Response

Queensland Police and Queensland Ambulance Service attended the scene immediately. Paramedics provided emergency care to the motorcyclist; however, he was pronounced dead at the scene despite their efforts to save him.

Investigation

Queensland Police are leading the investigation into the circumstances of the collision. Police are examining whether speed was a contributing factor, and are gathering witness statements and any available dashcam footage to determine the cause of the crash and identify any other contributing factors.

Appeal for Information

Queensland Police are appealing for any witnesses to the collision or persons with relevant footage of the motorcycle prior to the crash to come forward. Anyone with information is urged to contact Queensland Police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers anonymously on 1800 333 000.